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The Pride of Baltimore II docked at Rockland Maine.

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The Pride of Baltimore II docked at Lermond Cove on a foggy morning in Rockland, Maine.

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Tall ships Pride of Baltimore 2 and Nathaniel Bowditch docked at Rockland, Maine.

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Tall ship Pride of Baltimore II anchored at Rockland, Maine

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Tall ship Pride of Baltimore in Lermonds Cove Rockland Maine[09-29-2010]

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BEST OF 2013: HMS Bounty Hearings: Into The Eye Of the Storm

HMS Bounty Hearings: Into The Eye Of the Storm
Doug Mills
Maritime Editor
RCN America Network
Feb. 20, 2013


Today was a very busy day at the HMS Bounty hearings.  We heard from two Bounty hands and three captains of other tall ships.
First up today was Anna Sprague Deckhand on the bounty.  Much of her testimony was the same as we have been hearing.  She spoke of how long it took to get the first person into the life raft.  It took nearly an hour to get 6 people into the raft.  Anna stated that at one point she could hear a cry for help “Help me I’m caught”  But they were too farr away to get to.
There was continued questioning astute bilge pump systems and how there were concerns about the pumps before the ship set out for Florida.
We also heard from Jessica Black the cook on the Bounty.  She joined the crew the day before they sailed.

The rest of the day was given over to three highly experienced tall ship captains. The first was Captain Moreland from the Picton Castle.  Captain Moreland has over 40 years of experience most of that time in wooden sailing ships.  Master of the Picton Castle for the last 10 years.
On October 19th they were scheduled to sail south from Lunenburg, Nova Scotia but due to the weather forecast for the next days they postponed their departure.  As the storm developed the decision was made to prepare for heavy weather at the dock in Lunenburg.
When asked his reaction to finding out that Captain Walbridge had taken the HMS Bounty into the hurricane, Captain Moreland said that if he had found out sooner he would have personally called  him and even yelled at him for making such a decision.
He stated he could not imagine heading out into that storm, he could not believe it, it was shocking.

Next to testify was Captain Miles of the Pride Of Baltimore II.  Questions about caulking and the need to have it done by experienced caulkers.  Both Captains were asked about the products used to seal the seams after the caulking had been done.  Both Captains stated that they would never consider using a product like Dap, as the Bounty had used.
When asked “ What was your reaction to the Bounty sailing into the teeth of a hurricane, Captain Miles stated that he could not understand, “I was rather stunned!”  They should have stayed in port or possible moved to New Bedford which was better protected.  He stated he could not understand a reason to sail into that kind of weather.  Mariners should avoid as best they can a hurricane.   “It was reckless in the extreme!”

The last witness of the day was Captain Bailey of the Gazela Primeiro and the replica of the HMS Rose which appeared in the movie Master and Commander. When asked about Captain Walbridges decision to sail he stated he could not understand what would cause him to do such a thing.

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Tall Ship Pride of Baltimore II in Rockland

Doug Mills Maritime Editor
RCN America Network

Rockland, Maine - Like a star looking for a little time out of the spotlight, tall ship Pride of Baltimore II slipped into Rockland harbor Thursday afternoon. Pride II is tied up at Windjammer Wharf in Rockland.  It is not open to the public but can be viewed from Tillson Ave. or Captain Richard Spear Drive.  She will be in port till Saturday when she leaves for Boston.
Pride of Baltimore II
“Whether making harbor in a new port of call half way around the world or returning home to her berth in the Inner Harbor, Pride of Baltimore II grabs attention! Whether blasting off her shipboard cannons or skimming majestically over the waves with all sails aloft, Pride II makes a proud statement about her sponsors and her colorful maritime history. As the Goodwill Ambassador of the State of Maryland and the Port of Baltimore, Pride II represents the business, tourism, and educational interests of the state with unmistakable flair and panache.
Pride of Baltimore II was commissioned in 1988 as a sailing memorial to her immediate predecessor, the original Pride of Baltimore, which was tragically sunk by a white squall off Puerto Rico in 1986, taking her captain and three crew members down with her. Both ships were built in the Inner Harbor as reproductions of 1812-era topsail schooners, the type of vessels, called Baltimore Clippers, that helped America win the War of 1812 and finally secure its freedom.
Specifications of Pride of Baltimore II
Class of Ship: Baltimore
Rig: Topsail Schooner
Length of Hull: 109 ft.
Length on Deck: 96.5 ft.
Length @ Waterline: 91 ft.
Beam: 26 ft.
Draft: 12.5 Ft
Load @ Waterline: 185.5 long tons
Mainmast height above water: 107 ft.
Sail Area: 9,705 sq. ft.
Launched: April 30, 1988
Commissioned: October 23, 1988
Naval Architect: Thomas C. Gillmer
Master Builder: G. Peter Boudreau
Since her commissioning, Pride II has sailed nearly 200,000 miles, and visited over 200 ports in 40 countries in North, South, and Central America, Europe, and Asia. In 1998 she undertook her first voyage to Asia with port calls in China, Taiwan, South Korea, and Japan. In 2000 she made her fourth trip to Europe capturing First Place in her Class in a Transatlantic Tall Ship race. With her sharply raked masts, her abundance of sail, and her sleek profile, Pride of Baltimore II captures the imagination and makes friends for Baltimore and Maryland wherever she goes. She is indeed a memorable Goodwill Ambassador.” http://www.pride2.org

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Tall ship Pride of Baltimore takes a birth next to Nathaniel Bowditch and J&E Riggin in Rockland Maine.[09-19-2013]

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HMS Bounty Hearings: Into The Eye Of the Storm

HMS Bounty Hearings: Into The Eye Of the Storm
Doug Mills
Maritime Editor
RCN America Network
Feb. 20, 2013


Today was a very busy day at the HMS Bounty hearings.  We heard from two Bounty hands and three captains of other tall ships.
First up today was Anna Sprague Deckhand on the bounty.  Much of her testimony was the same as we have been hearing.  She spoke of how long it took to get the first person into the life raft.  It took nearly an hour to get 6 people into the raft.  Anna stated that at one point she could hear a cry for help “Help me I’m caught”  But they were too farr away to get to.
There was continued questioning astute bilge pump systems and how there were concerns about the pumps before the ship set out for Florida.
We also heard from Jessica Black the cook on the Bounty.  She joined the crew the day before they sailed.

The rest of the day was given over to three highly experienced tall ship captains. The first was Captain Moreland from the Picton Castle.  Captain Moreland has over 40 years of experience most of that time in wooden sailing ships.  Master of the Picton Castle for the last 10 years.
On October 19th they were scheduled to sail south from Lunenburg, Nova Scotia but due to the weather forecast for the next days they postponed their departure.  As the storm developed the decision was made to prepare for heavy weather at the dock in Lunenburg.
When asked his reaction to finding out that Captain Walbridge had taken the HMS Bounty into the hurricane, Captain Moreland said that if he had found out sooner he would have personally called  him and even yelled at him for making such a decision.
He stated he could not imagine heading out into that storm, he could not believe it, it was shocking.

Next to testify was Captain Miles of the Pride Of Baltimore II.  Questions about caulking and the need to have it done by experienced caulkers.  Both Captains were asked about the products used to seal the seams after the caulking had been done.  Both Captains stated that they would never consider using a product like Dap, as the Bounty had used.
When asked “ What was your reaction to the Bounty sailing into the teeth of a hurricane, Captain Miles stated that he could not understand, “I was rather stunned!”  They should have stayed in port or possible moved to New Bedford which was better protected.  He stated he could not understand a reason to sail into that kind of weather.  Mariners should avoid as best they can a hurricane.   “It was reckless in the extreme!”

The last witness of the day was Captain Bailey of the Gazela Primeiro and the replica of the HMS Rose which appeared in the movie Master and Commander. When asked about Captain Walbridges decision to sail he stated he could not understand what would cause him to do such a thing.